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Hobbies
Addictions
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In Defense of Hobbies

As responsibilities pile up and stress builds, the first thing we tend to let go of are hobbies. We tell ourselves that we “don’t have

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Addictions
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Anxiety and Stress

In general, anxiety, in and of itself, is natural and adaptive; it is a normal reaction to stress, and it has its place as an

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emotions
Addictions
Living Well

Our Emotions are a Compass

  Our emotions can work like a compass, directing us to consider and address areas of our lives that require change.  Emotions provide information that

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seasonal affective disorder
Addictions
Living Well

Am I Sad or is it SAD?

  The winter months can be challenging for many reasons.  We live with shorter days and limited sunlight exposure.  We tolerate frigid temperatures that make

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Healthy conflict
Anger
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Healthy Conflict

  Conflict is normal in healthy relationships and disagreements occur in our daily lives. Some may see conflict as something negative and try to avoid

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depression
Depression
Living Well

Winter Isolation

  Winter is a time for hibernation.  We spend 90% of our time indoors and away from the cold.  I mean, who doesn’t love a

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